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H20 GMB

1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,062 mi
Last recorded60,062 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D165,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH20 GMB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 60,062 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 59,912 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s inner wings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 54,582 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 52,570 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 52,210 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 51,920 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both sides front wheel arch panel above wheel corroded

Pass 18 May 2013 50,694 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

both sides front wheel arch panel above wheel corroded.

rear marker lights and n/s front marker light not working

Fail 14 May 2012 49,921 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2012 49,921 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 49,131 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 48,270 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 48,375 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 48,375 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 45,875 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 45,841 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 44,951 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 308 D?

Based on 98,454 MOT tests across 12,937 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,756
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
12,937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,708
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,814
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5,530
Stop lamp not working 4,929
Registration plate lamp not working 4,900
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H20 GMB is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 165,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H20 GMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 308 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H20 GMB is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 15 January 1991.

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